Find out more about the enlightening new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in blended learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these significant new open educational initiatives. People want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Book About Open Education